Engineer Precision. Build Excellence. Join Interior Specialties Group as a Cabinet Shop Engineer!
Job Title: Cabinet Shop Engineer
Company Name: Interior Specialties Group (ISG)
Salary: $100,000 – $115,000+ per year (depending on experience)
Location: Full-Time | On-Site | Ronkonkoma, NY
Industry: Architectural Millwork / Interior Glazing / Commercial & Residential Interiors
Job Overview
Interior Specialties Group (ISG) is seeking a detail-driven Cabinet Shop Engineer to support our custom millwork and cabinet fabrication operations. This role transforms architectural drawings and field conditions into precise shop drawings, cut lists, CNC files, and material documentation used by our wood shop and installation teams. The Cabinet Shop Engineer plays a critical role in connecting project management, engineering, fabrication, and field installation—ensuring projects are delivered with precision, efficiency, and constructability.
Who We Are
Interior Specialties Group (ISG) is a premier Architectural Millwork and Interior Glazing company serving developers and residential and commercial builders throughout the New York area. We specialize in precision-driven, high-quality interior buildouts that transform spaces and exceed client expectations. Known for our collaborative team culture and commitment to craftsmanship, ISG provides employees with the opportunity to grow their careers while contributing to complex and rewarding projects across the region. Learn more at www.isg.nyc.
Key Responsibilities
- Engineering & Drafting
- Produce detailed shop drawings for custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, and specialty fabrications using AutoCAD, Microvellum, or similar platforms.
- Translate architectural drawings, specifications, and design intent into manufacturing-ready shop drawings.
- Create accurate cut lists, hardware schedules, and bills of materials (BOMs) for fabrication and procurement.
- Prepare CNC programs for machining equipment to ensure precise fabrication and efficient material utilization.
- Project Coordination
- Collaborate with Project Managers to review scope, timelines, and technical requirements before engineering release.
- Coordinate with field supervisors to incorporate site measurements and as-built conditions into engineering drawings.
- Communicate with shop personnel and operations leadership to resolve technical questions during fabrication.
- Participate in project kickoff meetings to confirm milestones, materials, and installation sequencing.
- Quality, Standards & Constructability
- Engineer shop drawings that align with ISG construction methodologies, AWI standards, and project specifications.
- Identify constructability challenges early and propose practical solutions for shop and field teams.
- Maintain accuracy and consistency across plans, elevations, sections, and detail drawings.
- Update and revise drawings based on field conditions, change orders, or client updates.
- Technical Support & Process Improvement
- Serve as a technical resource for shop personnel during fabrication.
- Maintain and improve engineering templates, hardware libraries, and standard shop details.
- Assist with optimizing CNC nests, tool paths, and material usage to improve shop efficiency.
- Provide engineering insight into tooling, fabrication workflows, and equipment utilization.
- Documentation & File Management
- Maintain organized drawing sets, revision histories, and production documentation.
- Ensure engineering packages are complete and accessible to project management and fabrication teams.
- Provide fabrication-ready documentation including shop drawings, cut lists, CNC files, and hardware schedules.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of engineering or drafting experience in cabinetmaking, architectural millwork, or commercial woodworking.
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Microvellum, Cabinet Vision, or similar software preferred.
- Solid knowledge of woodworking construction methods, tolerances, cabinet fabrication, and AWI standards.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and finish schedules.
- Experience generating CNC programs for woodworking machinery.
- Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving abilities with the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Clear communication skills to collaborate with project managers, shop leads, installers, and vendors.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in commercial interiors such as healthcare, corporate, hospitality, or institutional millwork projects.
- Knowledge of laminate, veneer, solid surface, metal integration, and specialty finishes.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing concepts or production workflow optimization.
- Experience supporting both shop fabrication and field installation teams.
Benefits
- Competitive salary: $100,000 – $115,000+ annually
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Opportunity to work with a highly experienced and collaborative millwork team
- Professional growth opportunities within a growing specialty construction company
- Ability to contribute to engineering standards and operational improvements
Schedule
- Full-Time
- Monday – Friday
Work Location
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
